Train-and-Treat Model

By training local medical professionals while delivering direct surgical care, sustainable access to advanced treatments is achieved, because local capacity is strengthened and knowledge is transferred in real-world clinical settings. This strategy combines immediate medical intervention with hands-on training for local healthcare providers, ensuring both short-term patient benefits and long-term system strengthening. Unlike standalone medical missions that only provide temporary care, this approach emphasizes knowledge transfer and skill-building to create lasting impact. It distinguishes itself by integrating service and education as interdependent tools for systemic change.

orgs running it

activities of those orgs

clusters touched

who runs it

organizations running this strategy · 1

#01 Operation Walk International AZ · 1 activities

what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

Medical missions in the Northern Andes Operation Walk International
direct service
Conducts medical missions in the Northern Andes region, providing surgical and orthopedic care to underserved populations.